Top rated headphones: August 2011

The absolute best headphones that we've reviewed in the last year.

These are the top rated headphones we've reviewed in the year leading up to August 2011.

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AirJax + Microphone
4.75

1. Atomic Floyd AirJax + Microphone

The Atomic Floyd AirJax + Microphone earphones were a pleasure to test. If you want a pair of great earphones, that really deliver amazing audio quality, then consider extending the budget to fork out a little extra cash to buy ...
Review Date: 28th Oct., 2010
RRP: $ 329.00
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q-Jays
4.50

2. Jays q-Jays in-ear headphones

If you've got a bit of money to spend on some high quality in-ear headphones, we'd definitely consider the Jays q-Jays to be a strong contender. They're on par with high-end performers from audio specialists like Ultimate Ears and have ...
Review Date: 30th Nov., 2010
RRP: $ 349.95
Editor's Choice
t-Jays Three
4.50

3. Jays t-Jays Three headphones

The t-Jays Three headphones are a real pleasure to use. They're comfortable to wear and deliver great sound quality.
Review Date: 4th Nov., 2010
RRP: $ 139.95
Blackbox i10
4.00

4. Phitek Blackbox i10 earphones

The Phitek Blackbox i10 earphones provide a great solution for those people who listen to music in noisy environments. However the steep price tag and iPod-only compatibility will deter people.
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RRP: $ 179.00
d-Jays
4.00

5. Jays d-Jays earphones

The d-Jays headphones impressed us with their balanced sound and great build quality. Jays also does the little things well, with useful accessories included in the box.
Review Date: 1st Nov., 2010
RRP: $ 269.00
AE2i
3.75

6. Bose AE2i headphones

Bose’s AE2i headphones, which now have an in-line volume control for iPod and iPhone support, are reasonably well constructed and comfortable. They also sound good, but they’re expensive and lack Bose’s signature noise cancelling -- which appears on the company’s ...
Review Date: 1st Aug., 2011
RRP: $ 249.95
PC360 G4ME
3.75

7. Sennheiser PC360 G4ME headphones

Sennheiser's PC 360 G4ME headset is aimed at serious gamers. It has an excellent integrated boom microphone and good sound quality that's very clear on treble and punchy with bass notes. The price is quite an ask, but if you're ...
Review Date: 21st March, 2011
RRP: $ 449.95
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Muzx Ultra
3.75

8. Altec Lansing Muzx Ultra

The Altec Lansing Muzx Ultra earbuds are a great buy if you’re after a pair of noise-cancelling earphones. Better value still for iPod, iPad and iPhone users, an inline remote means you won't need to pull out your player from ...
Review Date: 15th Oct., 2010
RRP: $ 99.95
QuietComfort 15
3.50

9. Bose QuietComfort 15 headphones

Bose’s QuietComfort 15 headphones aren’t the most expensive the company has, but we think they have the equal best noise cancelling circuitry of any Bose headphones. These headphones are perfectly suited to the executive traveller or frequent jet-setter but are ...
Review Date: 8th Aug., 2011
RRP: $ 499.00
Editor's Choice
EarSet 3i
3.50

10. Bang & Olufsen EarSet 3i headphones

B&O’s iPhone- and iPod-friendly EarSet 3i earphones look great, are well built and have clear sound. If ‘that B&O look’ is what you’re going for the EarSet 3i earphones are perfect, but they’re a little light on bass and might ...
Review Date: 18th July, 2011
RRP: $ 295.00
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